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Victor Emmanuel II, although he eventually agreed to remove the Fascists from power.
Antidemocratic leaders rose to power in the Soviet Union and Italy after World War I due to widespread social, economic, and political instability. In the Soviet Union, the Bolsheviks capitalized on discontent from war fatigue and economic hardship, promoting a radical revolutionary agenda. Similarly, in Italy, the post-war economic crisis and political fragmentation allowed Benito Mussolini and the Fascists to exploit fears of communism and chaos, ultimately promising order and national revival. Both regimes relied on propaganda, repression, and the disillusionment of the populace to consolidate their power.
The Aristocracy
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The Italian Fascists and the German Nazis gained power by recruiting the youth and intimidation through the use of force. Once established as a power, quickly controlling other areas led to the increased power levels.
Hitler
Fascist totalitarian leaders did not gain power during WWII. They came to power before the war. It was largely their actions once in power that resulted in that war.
Military leaders often rise to power during times of crisis, such as wars or political instability, when they can leverage their control over armed forces to gain influence. Their ability to maintain order and security can make them appealing to the public and political elites. Additionally, military leaders may exploit nationalistic sentiments or a desire for strong leadership to legitimize their authority. In some cases, they may also capitalize on weak civilian governments or societal divisions to establish their dominance.
The Nobels
Because of unemployed young men who were disaffected with their political leaders.
Two other groups who held power during these times were religious leaders and wealthy merchants.